MCCCD Program Description

Modern Dance Basic Level

Course: DAN132PA

First Term: 2016 Summer

Lec + Lab 0.5 Credit(s) 1.5 Period(s) 1.2 Load
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: S - Standard Load

Description: Dance training for personal skill development and interest. Introduction to the theory and practice of modern dance at the basic level.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Apply the theory of contraction and release. (I) 2. Demonstrate correct placement and alignment for dance. (I, II) 3. Apply basic modern dance technique, theories, and styles. (I, II, III, IV) 4. Utilize the theory of the body`s relationship to gravity and the center of gravity used in modern dance. (I, II, III, IV, V) 5. Perform basic locomotor and axial movements in center and across the floor. (II, III) 6. Practice the basic elements of dance:space, time, and energy. (IV) 7. Use basic rhythmic analysis. (IV)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Floor Work A. Basic placement and centering B. Stretching techniques 1. Various types of stretches 2. Theories of stretching C. Basic floor positions D. Isolations E. Upper body designs F. High release G. Basic contraction II. Standing and Center Floor Work A. Basic placement and centering B. Positions of the feet C. Positions of the arms D. Torso work E. Leg and foot work F. Axial work III. Locomotor Work A. Basic movements B. Beginning combinations C. Turns IV. Elements A. Energy B. Space C. Time

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: March 22, 2016

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